Culture

Jesus sent us to “make disciples of all nations.” But our track record suggests we are, rather, seeking to “win as many converts as you can.” The results? A superficial Christianity and nations increasingly broken rather than discipled. In this … Continued

The Development Ethic was written in 1988 and was published as chapter six in the book Christian Relief and Development: Developing Workers for Effective Ministry, edited by Edgar J. Elliston (Word, Incorporated, 1989). This paper later provided the outline for … Continued

This paper is addressed to those who have a heart to bring hope and healing to broken communities and believe that the local church has an important role to play in this endeavor. It is particularly aimed at those who … Continued

In this powerful presentation, DNA co-founder Darrow Miller explains “the maternal heart of God” and the vital role women play in the building of healthy cultures. This video is from Darrow’s 2012 participation in Cell Church Missions Network‘s Global Summit: a … Continued

On May 3, 2014, 20 Mexican young professionals and students gathered in Guadalajara to spend a week with Darrow Miller discussing the ideas of the biblical worldview and how they can impact their nation for the kingdom of God. This video, … Continued

Over the past 200 years, as a result of the modern missionary movement, hundreds of millions of people today profess Christ as Lord and Savior, and millions of churches have been planted. Yet many of the nations where the Church … Continued

Darrow Miller discusses the Cultural Commission of Genesis 1:28 and its relationship to Christ’s Great Commission to his Church. To truly disciple the nations, the Church must permeate the fallen cultures of this world with the truth, goodness and beauty … Continued

Darrow Miller explains that evangelism and gospel proclamation are not the end goals of the Great Commission but rather the vital first steps in discipling nations. The goal is reformed cultures that reflect God’s glory. Darrow explains that our cultures … Continued

Darrow Miller explains how ideas shape culture. The process often begins with a small group of intellectuals whose ideas are picked up by artists. As they create film and music, and as they write stories that embody the new ideas, … Continued

Darrow Miller explains how our worldviews shape our values and behaviors and how our behaviors have consequences for our lives, families and society. He describes how worldviews spread around the world, are transmitted from one generation to the next, and … Continued